Microwaving popcorn in a bowl!?!

So the new thing floating around the web is making popcorn in a glass bowl with a plate on top, no oil needed.

Ok, I'm interested. After all, I do love homemade popcorn and it means less dishes for me to wash. I'm willing to give it a try. 

Step 1) 1/4 cup popcorn kernels in a microwave safe bowl.

Step 2) Cover with microwave safe plate and cook on high for at least 3 minutes.

Result:

Nope. Didn't work. Even after an extra 30 seconds I still had tons of unpopped seeds. I think I'll go back to pan popping my kernels in a few tbsp of oil.

What Internet things have you tried that haven't worked out so well?